Neighboring Rail Trail Landowners and the “Taking” Claim
It is commonplace for specialized law firms to try to organize landowners when it becomes public that a rail owner is considering abandoning a rail corridor.
What’s so funny about Peace, Love, & Land Conservation?
How can one protect a viewshed, not only for today and tomorrow, but forever? Enter the land protection tool known as the conservation easement.
Catching the Land Protection Bug
Last fall, Robert Hupman and four generations of his family celebrated a new conservation easement protecting their 432 acres of mountain land.
Community Engagement Manager
The Community Engagement Manager will grow and maintain the constituencies who participate in the Alliance’s work to protect the land, water and community in the Shenandoah Valley. The Manager will also advance fundraising goals with responsibility for annual giving and foundation grants. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about taking on new challenges and committed to the Alliance’s conservation mission.
Seeking Nominations for Local Conservation Heroes
The Valley Treasure award seeks to recognize community members whose exceptional work, substantial contributions, service and commitment to conserving the natural resources, cultural heritage, and rural character of our region stands out.
Support Investment in a Shenandoah Rail Trail
Tell your legislators you support the state investment in multi-use trails, like the Shenandoah Rail Trail.
Local Officials Ask Valley Legislators to Safeguard Rail Trail Budget
Shenandoah Rail Trail Exploratory Partnership members signed and delivered a letter asking for help to secure funds for a multi-use from Broadway to Front Royal.
A Shenandoah Rail Trail IS feasible!
A study conducted by state agencies found that a Shenandoah Rail Trail IS feasible and also that there is overwhelming support for the concept.
Proposed State Funding for the Shenandoah Rail Trail
Today Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced funding for multi-use trails that will make the vision of a Shenandoah Rail Trail connecting the towns from Broadway to Front Royal a step closer to reality.
Credit where credit is due
Send thanks to our U.S. Senators for their support of trails and transportation alternatives.